How long does the tan effect last with these towels? Does it fade away faster in some areas and cause your skin to look streaky?
42178
It fully fades after five days. When it fades it does not look streaky it just naturally fades away.
42179
No it doesn't streak and it doesn't get dark in spots. The only time I had an issue was when I missed a spot! And I use the 1/2 towel for my whole body. You need to do the towel 2-3 times a week to maintain your tan.
42180
They last about 4 days for me. I put it on at night and you are ready to go in the morning. They have been so nice this year in Ohio for we haven't had much sun. I ordered in May and just now ordering my second box. But if I have to wear long pants I don't apply as often. Worth the money!
42181
It lasted about a week and slowly faded. I didn't notice it being streaky. You just need to make sure you apply it thoroughly and use the wipe like a washcloth to cover your skin evenly. Don't use as much pressure on your knees and elbows. That's where it can get blotchy.
42182
I use about 1 a week and my tan stays golden brown. I get so many compliments on what a nice tan I have. I do tell people that it is the "tan towels" as I use sunscreen like crazy. The tan towels do not streak or blotch or look streaky at all. I am a huge advocate of the tan towels as you can see. I recommend the medium to dark though.
42183
When i use these tan towels-they last on me for a good 5 days-i noticed that behind my knees it seemed to fade quicker-so i applied extra coverage. I really love these, the color is so natural looking and i am always getting compliments." THEY " never leave my body streaky. Make sure you apply evenly and you will never have any problems.
42184
I have bought these several times. I buy the towels and the spray. I use one towel per application and reapply the spray on the towel for the rest of the body. I only do my legs and arms. You need to apply evenly which took me about 2 times to get right but if you have the spray if you have any missed spots or streaks you can fix. I always do it at night before bed it dries quick!! Looks very natural and not orange. Do make sure you wash you hand after. I use every 2-3 days to keep my tan looking good. I really like the product. Hope this helps.
656680
yes yes yes.....I'm a fair pale myself. The good part is that it doesn't fade away fast. I just used a little amount while I was outside working in the garden.I live in Rockford il and we weren't blessed with warm weather. But I took advantage of one day when we had 70 degrees outside. I got the perfect tan.
1575486
The initial color guide will wash off with any water. i agree with others that applying the.night before and showering the next day will be your best bet. It leaves you stained a tan color. It fades nicely without leaving streaks. Hope that helps!
394650
Not that sure, but having used the towels two days ago, tan is still obvious ~~ so if I decided to repeat it I believe it would last at least a week. One of the better ones, for sure
1162117
Personally, I didn't like this product. It goes on dark, but then washes away quite a bit when you shower. It starts to wear off in about 4 days, but comes off in patches, which I hate. I much prefer Xen Tan products.
2277424
Don't use is for a few of days and you will lose your buildup. I've not had any trouble with ugly buildup, but I am careful with use around dry areas like knees and heels. I have fair skin and it gives me a really nice tan with daily use, but my tan will fade quickly if I don't apply the Malibu "Hemp" for several days.
801311
Maybe it's just me, but I've never had a tanning lotion that came off in patches. Mine always fade, or more likely washed off, unevenly. I've probably then not applied it evenly.
1137589
These towels, like you said, are lighter, thinner, dry faster, and are made from a more durable synthetic fiber. I used mine while backpacking around a dry, hot region (middle east) and found myself often using it by putting it under my hat to cover my face neck and shoulders, it saved my skin countless times, and packs very tightly. So why not replace every towel in your house? The suede is an...awkward feel against your skin. Not bad by any means, but different, it feels as though water isn't being absorbed as quickly/in the same way as say a typical towel does. Furthermore a typical towel honestly feels more 'comfortable' for whatever reason, and i'd imagine is cheaper as well. Mine didn't have the advertised anti bacterial technology, but I'd assume that is something that wash off/ wear off after a while.
1106952
I just try and reach back as far as possible. Tan towels don't streak ~ it always looks natural and if you miss a spot I guess you really can't tell. I love this product the best of any self tanning products. Give it a try!!
1714236
I love tan towels and have been using them for approximately 4 years sometimes with other self tanners. I have a darker complexion and it looks natural on me. The key is to apply after a bathe blot dry then use the product. No self tanner is perfect u need to find the one that works for u Good luck
1439768
I have always used the darker of the two and it has never looked fake. It doesn't turn orange, it doesn't get on your clothes. I used these in Feb/Mar to get ready for a cruise to the Bahamas because I didn't want to burn and they worked beautifully! I used to buy them at a spa, but no longer go there, so began purchasing them on Amazon. I have used the towelettes and the body towels and prefer the towelettes because I mainly use them for my legs and arms. The body towels are used mainly for the whole body. Better and safer than a tanning salon!!!
730148
Hi BrianTo start with, I applied it for 2 nights in a row after a shower. After that, I only apply it every 3 to 4 days. It worked best on my arms and legs and a little less on my face. I e-mailed Dave and asked him if there was a reason. and he said that everyone is different and he suggested that I try his product called "Small Batch". It's for med to dark. I tried it and love it! Works so much better then the "Moisture Tan" although that one is good also. Highly recommend both products! Well worth the price! Thanx for asking! Good luck!
487783
I have never had any streaks from this product. The way I avoid streaking is to always use the included mitt to apply the tanner and to spray the tanner on the mitt instead of directly on my body. This has worked perfectly every time. Also, make sure you shower the guide color off before getting wet or it will run all over the place. That is why I always apply at night and shower the next morning.
1936015
The instructions are the put it on and let it sit for at least 4 hours before taking a shower. During that time period it will come off on your clothes. The product gives you a good tan that's for sure. My chief complaint is that it doesn't last a full week, so it can't be a weekly application thing. You'd need to put it on about every 4 days to keep it consistent which is just way too much application for me.
1714242
I [and my husband] only use the tan towel on our legs. They do not leave blotches. My friend uses tan towels on most of her body and, again, they do no leave blotches. I prefer using "fake bake" on my face. Once you start using tan towels, however, dry with a dark colored towel after bathing because it does leave a stain. I had to switch from my off white towels to brown! Will save the light ones for winter.
1655626
You don't have to take a shower but I find that it makes my skin look really dry. I would try lotion at night then fake bake in the am and then shower at night. Either way I have never had a problem with it streaking.
924479
I've been using this product for several months now, and it HAS bleached my towels (which are green and tan) and fitted bed sheets (which are dark gray). I have NOT noticed it bleaching any of my clothes, though. It seems like it only bleaches materials that rub directly against your skin on a daily basis. I haven't seen it bleach clothes from one day of wear.